SimpList vs Lystro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SimpList
Easily create and manage various types of lists, from groceries to events. Add items quickly with voice input and share them with others for seamless organization. Works offline and syncs across devices.
- Fast item addition
- Voice input for lists
- Multiple list creation
- List sharing and syncing
- Offline functionality
- Clean and simple interface
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SimpList is designed to get out of your way—so you can add items fast, stay organized, and get on with your day. Create lists for groceries, errands, packing, events, or anything else. Add items by voice when your hands are full. Share lists with family so everyone stays on the same page. Why You’ll Love SimpList • Fast to use — add items in seconds • Voice input — speak to add while on the go • Multiple lists — stay organized for any occasion • Clean and simple — no clutter, no learning curve • Quantities and details — add amounts when needed • Share lists — auto-sync across your devices • Works offline — even in stores with no signal • iCloud sync — private, secure, and seamless Perfect For • Grocery shopping • Target or Costco runs • Meal prep & weekly planning • Party & event planning • Travel packing lists • Chore lists & everyday reminders SimpList is Designed For: People who want things simple Families that share responsibilities Anyone who hates over-complicated apps Get your list done — the simple way.
Lystro
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Lystro is the clean, fast shopping list app that keeps your shopping organized and efficient. No sign-up, no cloud sync, no data harvesting - everything stays on your device. SIMPLE BY DESIGN Create a list in seconds, add items as you think of them, and check them off as you shop. Lystro is built around the one thing that matters: getting through your shopping trip without forgetting anything. SMART LISTS • Tap to check off items - completed items move to the bottom so your remaining shopping stays front and center • Long-press any item to rename it • Drag and drop to reorder your list exactly the way you want • Paste a block of text from Notes, Messages, or anywhere - Lystro splits it into individual items instantly • Attach a photo to any item - snap a product barcode, a handwritten note, or a fridge shelf so you know exactly what you need • Add notes to any item for extra detail - size, brand, quantity, anything REMINDERS THAT ACTUALLY WORK Set a reminder on any list and Lystro will send you a notification at the right time. Tap the notification to go straight to your list. Reminders are automatically cancelled when you complete a list. BUILT FOR REAL SHOPPING TRIPS • Keep Screen On - your screen stays awake while you shop, no more unlocking mid-aisle • Auto-Complete - when you check the last item, the list completes itself automatically • Move & Complete - finish a trip but have leftover items? Move them to a new list with one tap • Duplicate a list to reuse your regular weekly shop • Share a list with your household via any messaging app HISTORY & CALENDAR Every completed shopping trip is saved and viewable in the History tab. Browse by date on the built-in calendar to see what you bought and when. LOOKS GREAT, YOUR WAY • Light, Dark, or System theme • 8 accent color presets - blue, purple, pink, red, orange, yellow, green, teal • Three font size options - small, regular, or large PRIVACY FIRST Your lists never leave your device. No account. No login. No server. Lystro works completely offline.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Lystro at every 11 days against SimpList's monthly. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. SimpList sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Lystro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SimpList ships an update monthly, Lystro every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SimpList | Lystro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (9 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 11 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Megha Gulati | Tomasz Matuszewski |
In-app purchases
SimpList
- Small tip$1.99
- Support Simplist$2.99
- Extra Support$5.99
Lystro
- Remove Ads$1.99









